Detective Comics Annual: 2025

Writer: Al Ewing, Joshua Hale Fialkov Artist: Stefano Raffaele, John McCrea, Fico Ossio, Mike Norton Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: April 30, 2025 Cover Price: $5.99 Critic Reviews: 6 User Reviews: 9
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“Batman, do not solve my murder.” Those are the words, written in blood, that the World’s Greatest Detective has found next to the body of a dead billionaire. Clues are few in this dead man’s home, save for a book with the alarming title "How to End The Universe." Now, armed only with questions, Batman must set off to England to solve a murder against the deceased’s wishes. Then, writer Joshua Hale Fialkov and artist Mike Norton bring you a tale of Batman teaming up with one of the most brilliant deductive minds in Gotham: David Rosales, seventh grader?!

  • 10
    Super Hero Hype - Matt Morrison Apr 29, 2025

    Detective Comics 2025 Annual #1 is an instant classic and a must-read for all fans of the Dark Knight. "Batman, Do Not Solve My Murder is a perfect encapsulation of the character's appeal and versatility. The back-up story is an amusing palette cleanser and a perfect light work to balance the darkness of the first story. Read Full Review

  • 9.5
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Apr 30, 2025

    Al Ewing is pinch-hitting for Tom Taylor on this annual, and it's not a surprise that his story plays well with Ewing's tendency for wild, mind-bending sci-fi. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Batman-News - Aaron Ray Jr. Apr 30, 2025

    Overall, Al Ewing did a really good job with the murder of Cody Morse. What little negatives I can highlight include the third act villain and his lackluster motivations and the disturbing implications of Batman's choices in the conclusion. Although, readers who hate prep-time, bat-god, sci-fi Batman stories may take issue with the title character's behavior. Art wise, the illustrations perfectly fit the style of action or narratives in each section. Also, I like the cover, but I have no idea what the cover has to do with this issue. The David Rosales story really put a cherry on an already satisfying read, making this one of my favorite annuals to check out. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Dark Knight News - James Attias Apr 30, 2025

    Detective Comics Annual 2025 #1 is fun for multiple generations of Bat-reader. So grab a copy. Enjoy the little inbetween treat. And I'll see you guys back for the next Epic Detective Comics next month! Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    AIPT - David Brooke Apr 30, 2025

    Al Ewing's first major DC swing with Detective Comics Annual 2025 is a maximalist showcase of Batman as a thinking, fighting force of nature. While it skimps on character depth, it overdelivers on scope, ambition, and pure comic-book spectacle. It's a wild ride that reminds us Batman stories canand sometimes shouldgo big. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    But Why Tho? - William Tucker Apr 30, 2025

    Detective Comics 2025 Annual Issue 1 is a unique adventure for the Bat. What looks like an intriguing murder mystery soon becomes a globe-trotting tale for Bruce Wayne, throwing him into various circumstances. Read Full Review

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